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It was a very special and memorable trip This exceeded all expectations. Many
with our brothers and sisters in Christ. highlights. Imagine the disciples out
There were many special moments fishing in a wooden boat on the Sea of
especially the service on the Sea of Galilee; Jesus walking on the expanse of
Galilee on the Sunday with the stillness water; ministering in Capernaum; preach-
and calm and the time spent in the ing the Sermon on the Mount with the
Garden of Gethsemane where we had crowds listening, amazed, below. Being
quiet opportunity to reflect amongst at the place where Jesus was baptised -
the ancient olive trees. and wandering (briefly) in the wilderness
where He was tempted. Walking in
However perhaps the most notable part Jerusalem where he set his face
of the trip was the Communion service in resolutely to suffer and die for each one
the Garden Tomb which was particularly of us. Being at the empty tomb - He is
poignant and moving as felt by everyone. Risen. These are all now memories but
We felt blessed by the great fellowship the lasting impact is new friendships
within the group – really like one big made, a deepening awareness of God’s
family. Finally, thanks to Norman for all presence and a fresh impetus to pray for
the hard work in planning all aspects of the peace of Jerusalem. I was made
the trip. Unforgettable; and of course, the very aware that Jesus lamented over
coffee breaks! Jerusalem (Matt 23:37-39). We, I, want to
keep praying for the city and its people
Mike and Amanda Scott whose eyes are still blinded.
Shirley Donaldson
Wadi Quelt in the desert not
far from Jerusalem
